IAD - SYD

$786 Find Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Dulles Intl to Sydney departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
$1,893
Overall average: $2,226
Air New Zealand
Sat 22/8Sat 29/8
IAD - SYD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$786
Typical prices: $1,352-$1,473
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Mon 18/5
IAD - SYD • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,893 (return)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Dulles Intl and Sydney. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney (IAD-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Dulles Intl to Sydney

Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
22:20 - 08:45
IAD
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SYD
44h 25m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
19:20 - 01:17
SYD
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IAD
43h 57m
2 stops
$1,893Air New Zealand
Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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22:20 - 08:45
IAD
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SYD
44h 25m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
19:20 - 01:17
SYD
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IAD
43h 57m
2 stops
$1,894Air New Zealand
Sun, 31 May - Fri, 24 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
07:00 - 08:45
IAD
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SYD
35h 45m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
11:55 - 22:43
SYD
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IAD
24h 48m
2 stops
$1,901Air New Zealand
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
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06:00 - 10:40
IAD
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SYD
38h 40m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 23:59
SYD
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IAD
28h 04m
2 stops
$1,906Air New Zealand
Thu, 30 Apr - Fri, 8 May
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16:30 - 07:20
IAD
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SYD
24h 50m
2 stops
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09:20 - 21:25
SYD
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IAD
26h 05m
1 stop
$1,910Singapore Airlines
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 21 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
09:10 - 10:40
IAD
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SYD
35h 30m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
11:55 - 00:55
SYD
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IAD
27h 00m
2 stops
$1,911Air New Zealand
Wed, 26 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
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17:59 - 08:45
IAD
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SYD
24h 46m
2 stops
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09:55 - 01:17
SYD
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IAD
29h 22m
2 stops
$1,913Air New Zealand
Tue, 2 Jun - Sat, 25 Jul
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17:55 - 08:45
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SYD
24h 50m
2 stops
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19:20 - 07:33
SYD
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IAD
50h 13m
2 stops
$1,914Air New Zealand
Fri, 10 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr
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09:00 - 07:20
IAD
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SYD
32h 20m
1 stop
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09:20 - 20:29
SYD
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IAD
25h 09m
1 stop
$1,919Multiple Airlines
Sun, 28 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
22:20 - 18:10
IAD
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SYD
53h 50m
2 stops
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19:05 - 05:41
SYD
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IAD
48h 36m
2 stops
$1,920Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney is May, where tickets cost $1,815 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,233 and $2,586 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$786
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney flights

  • Which airlines are suitable for families flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    Families with children traveling from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney should consider traveling with Qantas Airways. They provide activity packs filled with games, puzzles, coloring books, and other fun items to keep young passengers entertained during the flight. Qantas Airways also offers a dedicated children's inflight entertainment section featuring a variety of movies, TV shows, and music suitable for different age groups.

  • Which airline should I book for an unaccompanied minor flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    United Airlines is a great option for an unaccompanied kid traveling from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney. According to United Airlines regulation, a child between the ages of 5 and 15 are permitted to fly alone as long as they have parental or guardian consent and can show identification. A passport or a driver's license with a current photo is required from parents or guardians. In addition, parents or guardians must complete the Unaccompanied Minors Form in person at the airport of departure.

  • Which airline from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney is ideal for persons with special needs?

    If you have special needs and require extra assistance, fly on Qantas Airways from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney. The airline assists passengers who require mobility aid, including wheelchair assistance, during boarding and disembarkation. They provide accessible seating options and priority boarding for passengers who need extra time or assistance. Passengers with visual impairments can request assistance with Braille safety cards and cabin announcements.

  • Which airlines offer business and first-class flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    Business and first-class flights are available from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney on United Airlines and Qantas Airways. United Airlines provides pre-departure refreshments, premium entertainment, and bedding from Saks Fifth Avenue. Qantas Airways offers first-class, business-class, and premium economy flights with great service, gourmet meals, and an extensive wine list.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney was $786 for a one-way ticket and $1,893 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Washington Dulles Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Washington Dulles Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Washington Dulles Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Sydney

  • Passengers flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sydney will land at Sydney Airport (SYD). Sydney Airport (SYD) is a base for Qantas Airways, which offers competitive prices and flexible travel policies for flights from IAD to SYD.
  • You can get flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney with a layover en route. The layovers differ with your airline, with most stopping at their hubs or base of operation. United Airlines and American Airlines flights have a layover at Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO), respectively, while ANA flights stop in Tokyo (HND).
  • Qantas Airways provides sustainable flights to Sydney from Washington Dulles Airport. Qantas Airways prioritizes sustainability in its operations and invest in eco-friendly aircraft technology. The airline is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving fuel efficiency, and investing in sustainable aviation fuels. They prioritize aircraft fleet renewal with more fuel-efficient and lower-emission planes.
  • United Airlines has pet-friendly policies for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sydney. Pets are permitted in the cabin or cargo hold in an authorized kennel or carrier. The kennel or carrier should be leak-proof, well-ventilated, and have enough space for the pet. The carrier's maximum size and weight limits are 17 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches and 17 lb, respectively.
  • Public transport options from SYD to downtown Sydney include the train and bus. Train T8 runs every 5 minutes from the airport station to downtown Sydney. Murrays Coaches operates a bus that runs every hour from the Terminal 1 bus stop to downtown Sydney.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Dulles Intl to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Sydney. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Dulles Intl to Sydney? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9428 reviews
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
6.6Food
7.1Entertainment
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The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

4.0 OkayOlga, Mar 2026
IAD - TYS
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The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

Wifi took a while to kick in and we had a maintenance issue that took over 40 mins at the gate in Washington before pulling back

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

Very good. Because of the delays with my previous flight, I missed my connection, but I was able to book another flight through the United app easily.

Food should be changed in menu Many muslims travels in this airlime they need to add one Halal meal

Was happy we finally got upgraded in 1st class. The seat getting old. The cushiness need some improvement.

Ineffective communication with United resulted in lost baggage. Their Baggage Tracing counter at MUC was shut down from 11:00-14:15 on my arrival. Undertrained, underinformed staff had me Running all over MUC to find someone to help me to no avail. Staff was rude, unhelpful, and unable to effectively use the systems they did have operational. They refused to contact United in any way or provide any accommodation or other resources while I waited for my luggage. This has destroyed my downstream itinerary. If they had even the slightest visibility I may have been able to reschedule/plan, but again, their staff provided nothing, and did nothing more than their website, which doesn’t even work on a standard phone browser. Miserable failure at all levels that weren’t associated with the operation of the aircraft.

Sat next to a one year old. She crawled all over the place and made me laugh.

The Crew and the food was the worst I ever had in Business Class. First they told us there were no space for carry on. It was plenty of space over our 2 row seats, we had to ask to let us travel with it which was accepted. They were aware that we had to run for the connection due to the previous flight delay. Have us one hour waiting for more customers and not even offer a glass of water. Then started the service and they started to serve other passengers drinks in business and did not offer any drinks until they serve our pre ordered meal and I ask for something to drink. I had to wait until they finished to serve all passengers until Inget something. The crew was the worts I ever had for Business Class in my life.

Not great experience - we were super late boarding due to issues with aircraft. Then when we finally all got onboard and seated and they started taxiing out to the runway they just stopped then turned around and went back to the airport. Apparently the crew “ran out of time” to legally fly us. They mentioned that they were about 2 minutes away from taking off. I understand the rules and safety but kinda wonder why they would have bothered boarding us in the first place? Had to go all the way back and de plane and then wait in a HUGE line to get a hotel (this is somewhere around 2:30am) finally got to hotel by Uber (no shuttle after 20min so gave up) and they ended up putting us all back on the same aircraft at 10am next morning so got about 2.5 hours sleep. They did give us. $250 credit, but it was a São Paulo Brazil flight out of Dulles. The flight and everything was fine.

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